Lifeguard chairs damaged in vandalism incident in Kennebunk

KENNEBUNK, Maine – Authorities in Kennebunk are investigating after a recent vandalism incident damaged two lifeguard chairs, posing a public safety threat to beachgoers.

The raised lifeguard chairs are designed to increase visibility, but without them, “the public is put at greater risk,” says Kennebunk Fire-Rescue.

In a comment, Kennebunk Fire-Rescue noted that the cost of removing the damaged chairs would ultimately be borne by taxpayers.